Position Title: Bilingual Assistant Preschool Teacher (Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, Dari or Pashto)
Reports To: Lead Teacher/Director of Programs
If you are passionate about positively affecting the lives of young children and making a difference in the world of early childhood education (3-5), consider joining The Child and Family Network Centers (CFNC) as an Assistant Teacher for our award winning preschool program for low-income families. An Alexandria based nonprofit, CFNC provides caring, high quality, free early education and related services to 139 children and their families in their own neighborhoods in order to prepare them for success in school and life. Our preschool builds the solid academic foundation students need for future success. In our school, classrooms are led by dedicated, caring teachers who value open communication with parents.
Job Summary
The Assistant Teacher works with the Lead Teacher to provide a stimulating educational program using Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum for preschoolers. They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our Teachers are committed to making their classroom successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success. The Assistant Teacher reports directly to the Lead Teacher. The Assistant Teacher will assist the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, secure and thought-provoking environment for children.
Job Responsibilities
Learning environment:
· Create, manage and participate in a variety of learning activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives.
· Collaborate in the preparation of learning materials to create and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, and assess developmental needs of students.
· Collaborate in creating and maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment based on learning objectives and curriculum goals where children can play and learn.
· Ensure that learning materials and equipment in display are updated and in good condition
· Rotate children’s work displays to reflect their progress and learning.
· Support center’s success by collaborating with staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
· Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
Teacher-child interaction:
· Build positive relationships with each child.
· Facilitate children’s cognitive and linguistic development and learning through directed and spontaneous interactions.
· Engage children in age-appropriate experiences that support the program goals
Assessment:
· Take daily anecdotal notes and document student learning with individual records in TS GOLD and PALS documenting each child’s progress and growth.
· Reflect with Lead Teacher on observations and their impact on the teaching and learning process.
· Collect sample of children’s work to document progress.
Weekly Lesson plans:
· Collaborate with Lead Teacher in the lesson planning process based on the recorded observations of children’s developmental level and interests.
· Incorporate reflections about data analysis into planning.
· Facilitate the integration of content and themes throughout the learning centers and daily activities.
Family Involvement:
· Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
· Foster frequent communication with families: in person, written form, or by telephone
· Share with families ideas for activities to support each child’s development and learning
· Collaborate in the implementation of strategies to involve families in the classroom learning process
· Collaborate in planning and organizing parent meetings
· Discuss all child or parent problem issues with the Lead Teacher and/or Director of Programs.
· Maintain the confidentiality of child and parent records.
Professional Development:
· Use performance evaluations to determine areas for professional growth
· Plan with supervisors PD activities to strengthen those areas
· Attend staff meetings and professional development trainings and apply new knowledge into the classroom setting to build professional competence
· Demonstrate participation and engagement in individual and group professional development opportunities
Health and Safety:
· Support monitoring of the health, safety, physical and emotional welfare of the children at all times.
· Provide active and engaged adult supervision at all times.
· Be alert to changes in behavior, clothing (by checking if they need to change it, if it is appropriate to the weather outside, if the shoelaces are tied, etc.) and physical appearance (by checking if their noses need to be wiped, if their hands or faces need to be washed, etc.) throughout the day.
· Support children during meal times, by encouraging them to eat, helping them with utensils and foods, promoting communication among them, and encouraging appropriate table manners.
· Monitor children’s rest period.
· Maintain the environment clean, free of hazards, with the materials in order, and aesthetically pleasing.
· Inform parents and administrators of accidents and incidents by filling out accident and/or incident reports when needed.
· Keep sign-in / sign-out forms updated and maintain attendance records.
Key Qualifications – Required experience and education:
· High school diploma required; CDA preferred.
· Experience working with children; preferably one year or more of experience in a preschool setting
· Meet the minimum 16 hours of annual training and be willing to work towards the next academic degree.
· Bilingual (languages include Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, Dari or Pashto)
· Demonstrate respect for diversity with children, families, and staff
· CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.
· Follow policies from CFNC’s Employee Handbook
· Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency
· Ability to work in an individual and in a team setting.
· Flexibility in regards to schedules, sharing of tasks and changes in routines and plans.
· Ability to contribute new ideas and diverse methods of problem-solving to team.
Essential Skills and Personal Characteristics:
· Must have a love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
· Must be physically able to lift and carry a minimum of 45 pounds, engage in physical activity with children, and work indoors or outdoors.
· Must be able to constantly move and interact with the children to provide stimulation and develop relationships.
· Must be able to maintain sight and sound of the children at all times.
· Punctuality
· Comply with licensing and health regulations and procedures
· Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
· Pass pre-employment screenings and trainings as required.
· In the absence of the Lead Teacher, must be able to assume Lead Teacher responsibilities.
· Check children’s well-being every day, especially for signs of neglect or abuse
· Report suspected abuse or neglect using appropriate procedures and venues
· Respond positively to constructive feedback and demonstrate effort for improvement
· Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, and continual learning.
· Practice professional and effective interpersonal communication skills.
· Ability to carry out all responsibilities, tasks and projects as assigned.
· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team.
· Propensity for problem solving.
· Nurturing character that enables the building of respectful, trusting and collaborative relationships with children and their families.
· Ethical and professional conduct that facilities the building of a respectful, trusting and collaborative relationship with all center staff.
· Modeling of appropriate behavior for children parents and other staff.
· Respect for family information and confidentiality.
Salary range: 10-month employee Salary $26,000 - $29,000
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday
In addition to a rewarding career where you help shape children's futures, CFNC provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits include:
· Medical, dental and vision insurance
· Generous paid vacation and sick time ( federal holidays and offices closed during Christmas and Spring breaks as well as PTO and Sick time)
· Company Paid Life insurance
· 401(k) savings and investment plan
· Paid professional development days
· Childcare tuition discounts
Interested candidates please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
The Child & Family Network Centers is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Reports To: Lead Teacher/Director of Programs
If you are passionate about positively affecting the lives of young children and making a difference in the world of early childhood education (3-5), consider joining The Child and Family Network Centers (CFNC) as an Assistant Teacher for our award winning preschool program for low-income families. An Alexandria based nonprofit, CFNC provides caring, high quality, free early education and related services to 139 children and their families in their own neighborhoods in order to prepare them for success in school and life. Our preschool builds the solid academic foundation students need for future success. In our school, classrooms are led by dedicated, caring teachers who value open communication with parents.
Job Summary
The Assistant Teacher works with the Lead Teacher to provide a stimulating educational program using Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum for preschoolers. They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our Teachers are committed to making their classroom successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success. The Assistant Teacher reports directly to the Lead Teacher. The Assistant Teacher will assist the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, secure and thought-provoking environment for children.
Job Responsibilities
Learning environment:
· Create, manage and participate in a variety of learning activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives.
· Collaborate in the preparation of learning materials to create and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, and assess developmental needs of students.
· Collaborate in creating and maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment based on learning objectives and curriculum goals where children can play and learn.
· Ensure that learning materials and equipment in display are updated and in good condition
· Rotate children’s work displays to reflect their progress and learning.
· Support center’s success by collaborating with staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
· Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
Teacher-child interaction:
· Build positive relationships with each child.
· Facilitate children’s cognitive and linguistic development and learning through directed and spontaneous interactions.
· Engage children in age-appropriate experiences that support the program goals
Assessment:
· Take daily anecdotal notes and document student learning with individual records in TS GOLD and PALS documenting each child’s progress and growth.
· Reflect with Lead Teacher on observations and their impact on the teaching and learning process.
· Collect sample of children’s work to document progress.
Weekly Lesson plans:
· Collaborate with Lead Teacher in the lesson planning process based on the recorded observations of children’s developmental level and interests.
· Incorporate reflections about data analysis into planning.
· Facilitate the integration of content and themes throughout the learning centers and daily activities.
Family Involvement:
· Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
· Foster frequent communication with families: in person, written form, or by telephone
· Share with families ideas for activities to support each child’s development and learning
· Collaborate in the implementation of strategies to involve families in the classroom learning process
· Collaborate in planning and organizing parent meetings
· Discuss all child or parent problem issues with the Lead Teacher and/or Director of Programs.
· Maintain the confidentiality of child and parent records.
Professional Development:
· Use performance evaluations to determine areas for professional growth
· Plan with supervisors PD activities to strengthen those areas
· Attend staff meetings and professional development trainings and apply new knowledge into the classroom setting to build professional competence
· Demonstrate participation and engagement in individual and group professional development opportunities
Health and Safety:
· Support monitoring of the health, safety, physical and emotional welfare of the children at all times.
· Provide active and engaged adult supervision at all times.
· Be alert to changes in behavior, clothing (by checking if they need to change it, if it is appropriate to the weather outside, if the shoelaces are tied, etc.) and physical appearance (by checking if their noses need to be wiped, if their hands or faces need to be washed, etc.) throughout the day.
· Support children during meal times, by encouraging them to eat, helping them with utensils and foods, promoting communication among them, and encouraging appropriate table manners.
· Monitor children’s rest period.
· Maintain the environment clean, free of hazards, with the materials in order, and aesthetically pleasing.
· Inform parents and administrators of accidents and incidents by filling out accident and/or incident reports when needed.
· Keep sign-in / sign-out forms updated and maintain attendance records.
Key Qualifications – Required experience and education:
· High school diploma required; CDA preferred.
· Experience working with children; preferably one year or more of experience in a preschool setting
· Meet the minimum 16 hours of annual training and be willing to work towards the next academic degree.
· Bilingual (languages include Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, Dari or Pashto)
· Demonstrate respect for diversity with children, families, and staff
· CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.
· Follow policies from CFNC’s Employee Handbook
· Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency
· Ability to work in an individual and in a team setting.
· Flexibility in regards to schedules, sharing of tasks and changes in routines and plans.
· Ability to contribute new ideas and diverse methods of problem-solving to team.
Essential Skills and Personal Characteristics:
· Must have a love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
· Must be physically able to lift and carry a minimum of 45 pounds, engage in physical activity with children, and work indoors or outdoors.
· Must be able to constantly move and interact with the children to provide stimulation and develop relationships.
· Must be able to maintain sight and sound of the children at all times.
· Punctuality
· Comply with licensing and health regulations and procedures
· Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
· Pass pre-employment screenings and trainings as required.
· In the absence of the Lead Teacher, must be able to assume Lead Teacher responsibilities.
· Check children’s well-being every day, especially for signs of neglect or abuse
· Report suspected abuse or neglect using appropriate procedures and venues
· Respond positively to constructive feedback and demonstrate effort for improvement
· Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, and continual learning.
· Practice professional and effective interpersonal communication skills.
· Ability to carry out all responsibilities, tasks and projects as assigned.
· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team.
· Propensity for problem solving.
· Nurturing character that enables the building of respectful, trusting and collaborative relationships with children and their families.
· Ethical and professional conduct that facilities the building of a respectful, trusting and collaborative relationship with all center staff.
· Modeling of appropriate behavior for children parents and other staff.
· Respect for family information and confidentiality.
Salary range: 10-month employee Salary $26,000 - $29,000
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday
In addition to a rewarding career where you help shape children's futures, CFNC provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits include:
· Medical, dental and vision insurance
· Generous paid vacation and sick time ( federal holidays and offices closed during Christmas and Spring breaks as well as PTO and Sick time)
· Company Paid Life insurance
· 401(k) savings and investment plan
· Paid professional development days
· Childcare tuition discounts
Interested candidates please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
The Child & Family Network Centers is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.